07/16/2024
Hello,
I am a local coordinator for International Cultural Exchange Services. I currently have six students that would really love to come to Michigan for the 2024/25 school year. All six students are very involved in church and youth groups in their local communities. Would you be willing to share this email with your church congregation to help find host families for them in our local community? As a thank you, we do have a referral program of $350 for each host family that the church refers to. If you would like to sign up for the referral program please let me know.
*there is more detailed information on the six students below
Host families do not need to have a high school student to host. All family dynamics are welcome! Empty nesters, families with younger children, and single parents all make wonderful host families. The goal of our program is to promote diversity, and we appreciate diversity in host families as well!
Host families need to have a spare room (can share with same gender between 12-17), and the willingness to open their hearts and home! Hosting is a fun experience for all family members who gain a new family member from thousands of miles away and learn about another country and culture firsthand. Hosting will be an experience you will never forget!
All six students speak excellent English, have their own health insurance, spending money, allowance, and have local support and guidance!
To find out more information on how you can help-I can be reached by phone- 989-980-7866 or by email [email protected]
โLet us do good to everyone.โ
Galatians 6:10
God Bless,
Penny Bachelder
Local Coordinator
International Cultural Exchange Services
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๐ฎ๐นโช๐งโโ๏ธโญ๐ญ๐ฅ๐โโ๏ธ Edoardo (17) is from northern Italy and lives with his parents and older brother. They are Christian and typically attend church weekly, where he is an activity coordinator in his parishโs youth group. He loves family time, especially around Christmas when they spend more time indoors and watch movies. He has watched the Harry Potter films many, many times. Most days after school, Edoardo plays videogames, practices some computer programming, or hangs out with friends. He loves music, especially pop. He really enjoys spending time outdoors and is a big nature fan. One of his obsessions is astronomy, and studying the sky and science. He is not super athletic, but has done kung fu and swimming. He would like to try a sport in the US just to have a new experience and make some friends. Edoardo is not a picky eater, and of course is a big pasta lover. Edoardo says โI hope to learn to be even more independent, to improve my problem solving skills, to learn about new traditions, new ways of living and I also hope to leave something good for the family who wants to host me. I would like this period spent together to be a special exchange, I hope to receive but above all to give.โ 248SVIITA021JYM
๐ช๐ธโช๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ๐ด๐๐ง Jimena is 15 years old and lives with her parents, a 12-year-old sister, and a 17-year-old sister. Her mom is a gynecologist, and her dad is in the air force. Her family is Christian and attends church a few times a month. They have a black Mini Schnauzer, and Jimena loves animals. Unfortunately she has a cat allergy, so she can not live in a home with indoor cats. She is outgoing, friendly, loyal, empathetic, charismatic, and positive, with a strong ability to adapt. Jimena loves yoga, kids, reading romance novels, and Harry Potter. She enjoys painting, listening to pop music (especially Taylor Swift), spending time with friends. Taylor Swift #1 fan!! Jimena is a big fan of the outdoors and also really likes hiking, skiing, going to the beach, and horseback riding. She rides and trains weekly. Jimena says โI hope to learn a lot of English, make new friends, learn a new culture and have a great time. I hope to spend unforgettable moments with my friends and my host family.โ 248ICSESP131JYF
๐ง๐ทโช๐๐ Joรฃo (16) lives in an apartment on the northeast coast of Brazil with his parents and brother. His brother is 12, and they are very close. They enjoy being outdoors, playing videogames, or watching movies together. Open communication is very important to his family, and he really respects his parentsโ opinions. Joรฃo volunteers with underprivileged children and helps with church activities, assisting kids and teens with special needs. Their family is Catholic, and they typically attend church together every week. Joao also loves animals, especially his dog Hulk, but also enjoys cats, birds, and horses. He really enjoys physical activity and used to swim and play soccer, but hasnโt had as much time for sports now that heโs been in high school. He would like to try playing football when he comes to the United States. He works out when he can, focuses on his studies, and enjoys time with his family and friends. He is calm and compassionate, and sure to fit in with any family. 248STBBRA004JYM
๐ช๐ธ๐โโ๏ธ๐ง๐ Emma is 15 and will turn 16 in October. She will be in 10th grade and lives with her parents and 10-year-old sister in Spain. Her dad is a mayor, and her mom is a teacher. The family attends church together, but not every week. They have a Caniche toy dog and Emma enjoys animals. Emma is friendly and makes new friends easily. She has been doing synchronized swimming for 8 years, even becoming a Spanish Champion. Her hobbies include spending time with family and friends, watching films, traveling, and cooking. She loves sushi, omelette, soup, Iberian ham, and Italian food. Emma is loving, hardworking, and a good student. She enjoys making videos, learning to bake pastries, and playing with her dog. She also enjoys the outdoors and camping, or going on small trips, or just staying home and listening to music or playing cards with family. 248ICSESP093JYF
๐ง๐ทโช๐จโ๐งโ๐ฆ๐คพโโ๏ธ๐ฌ Joao Pedro is a 16-year-old boy from Brazil who lives with his parents, and his much younger brother. Joao prioritizes God, family, sports, and school. He cherishes family time, attending weekly church gatherings, watching movies, exploring the countryside, and constructing Lego sets with his 4-year-old brother. His parents note his outgoing nature, tempered with a hint of reserve in new settings, along with excellent communication, leadership, and a strong sense of responsibility. Joao's passion for handball shines through, having participated in championship games. He is open to trying a different sport while he is on exchange. Joao harbors a keen interest in math and sciences. Teachers commend his academic prowess and popularity among peers, as he effortlessly forges new friendships. He wants to attend church while he is here as it is very important to him. 248WSSBRA006JYM
๐ช๐ธโท๏ธ๐๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ Martina is a 15-year-old girl from northern Spain. She is open-minded, proactive, outgoing, generous, polite, responsible and a good student. She enjoys reading and learning languages. Martina loves sports and tried many, but her real passion is competitive skiing, which she has practiced since she was three. She adores animals and enjoys spending time with young children. Her family got a German Shorthair Pointer dog 3 years ago at Martinaโs insistence, and she is the one who takes care of her. Cooking is another interest of hers. Martina has volunteered in numerous charity activities. Her family is Christian, but it is not typical to attend church every week in Spain. She is open to attending with her host family and experiencing how Americans practice. She looks forward to participating in this program to make each moment in USA meaningful and memorable and she hopes to speak English like a native. 248ICSESP126JYF
